1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2010 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Musso is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 256 kg more than 1996 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2010 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Musso. 1996 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2010 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2010 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Bristol Blenheim | 2010 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Bristol | SsangYong |
Model | Blenheim | Musso |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |